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Gunnar's End
Tolkien, J R R (1892-1973)
1920s
Poem written in pen and ink. The composition is inspired by the Norse heroic poem 'Atlakviða', in the medieval Icelandic manuscript the 'Codex Regis'.
Letter from J. R. R. Tolkien to E. V. Gordon
Tolkien, J R R (1892-1973)
2 Jan 1929
Autograph letter signed 'J R R T' written in pencil. After referring to Gordon's negotiations to start the University of Leeds' Icelandic Collection, Tolkien writes that he encloses some more songs.
Bummsdrápa
Tolkien, J R R (1892-1973)
1920s
A satirical poem written in pen and ink. It refers to members of the 'Coalbiters' a precursory group to the 'Inklings'. Tolkien founded the 'Coalbiters' to discuss Icelandic mythology. Its members ...